A development assistance program for indigenous communities was held in Raiganj upazila of Sirajganj, where various supports were distributed through a lottery system. The event took place on Monday afternoon at the upazila parishad conference room, organized by the upazila administration. Upazila Livestock Officer Aminul Islam conducted the program, and Upazila Nirbahi Officer Abdul Khalek Patwari presided over the proceedings.

Under the program, beneficiaries from small ethnic groups received eight houses, twenty-seven sewing machines, and forty-one bicycles for students, along with stipends for 274 students. Organizers stated that the selection of beneficiaries and distribution of aid were carried out transparently and impartially in accordance with government policy to ensure genuine recipients received the support.

The event was attended by officials from various departments, local leaders of small ethnic groups, students, and community members, reflecting broad participation in the initiative.